About this listing

Charming house set in the quiet ricefields of Penestanan, but close to all amenities...restaurants, spas, markets. Just a short walk into Ubud.
Comfortable accomodation, but Balinese in aesthetic....the best of both worlds!

Hyacinth House in the village of Penestanan, is located in the rice fields, just outside of Ubud, the cultural heart of Bali and a short 15 minute walk away. We are on a small walking path just 10 steps up from the main road and 300 meters into the ricefields.
Close enough to take advantage of all that Ubud has to offer, but far enough away to ensure peace and tranquility.
This is a charming, 2 story, 2 bedroom home with a plunge pool, gazebo and garden.
Your own, self-contained lushly landscaped Paradise with views of the rice fields, close to a great Yoga Studio and many wonderful small, local restaurants.
This is a Balinese style house, recently refurbished with comfortable sofas (indoors and out) a wonderful covered veranda for outdoor dining and relaxing, ethnic artwork, new linen, towels, flat screen TV, DVD player, wireless internet and a full kitchen.
A stay at Hyacinth House includes a full breakfast of fruits, toast and homemade jam, eggs,coffees or tea. It also includes, WiFi, daily cleaning and utilities.
This is a perfect getaway for a single, couple or family with 1-2 children.
The upper bedroom has a queen size bed and small balcony with views over the rice fields plus a toilet and sink. The lower bedroom has a queen size bed set in a small private alcove.
There is a full garden bathroom downstairs with a shower, tub, toilet and sink.
The veranda is large and fully covered and has a sofa and armchair for lounging or reading, a dining table with 4 chairs and a small desk.
There is a great flow to this house between the outdoor and indoor areas, with lots of light, air and gentle breezes.
The garden is fully enclosed to guarantee your privacy.
Please come and enjoy our 'little piece of Paradise".

Guest Access

Guests will have access to all amenities including full use of the kitchen for additional meals.
Many local restaurants will deliver food and organic gardens can deliver produce.

Interaction with Guests

We visit with our guests every couple of days to insure their comfort and answer any questions that they may have about Bali, the culture and what to do and see during their visit.

The Neighborhood

The neighborhood is very convenient to everything in Ubud and is a microcosm of the best that Bali has to offer. A walk out to the rice fields will enable you to experience the daily life of the farmers in this agricultural community. Watch the ducks as they clean the rice fields and get them ready for a new crop; see locals washing their laundry in the streams; visit with local artisans in their homes and really get a sense of what Bali is all about!

Welcome to our home. Please treat this house as your own. We have tried to provide every convenience for your comfort. We have furnished it with artwork and several collectible pieces for you to enjoy.
Let our housekeeper know if anything is broken or does not work properly so that we can continue to maintain it.
Please write in our guestbook before you leave, and on the Trip Advisor website when you return home.

53 Reviews

My daughter and I adored our week at Hyacinth House. It is a very beautiful and special place. The neighbourhood and location among the rice fields on the outskirts of Ubud (very short walk to Ubud centre) was perfect, the house was beautifully appointed and decorated, and we really enjoyed our morning breakfast in the outdoor garden and pool area. A special thanks to host Barbara, very welcoming and helpful staff, and knowledgeable and kind driver Blue who all made our week in Ubud very special indeed. Highly recommend.

The Hyacinth Villa made my stay Ubud absolutely amazing. Though is was nearly a 10 minute walk to the villa, walking the narrow trail gave a sense of adventure. Especially at night. My daughter and I were tickled every night when we came back home as we listened to the sound of nature. The host, Henry came to see about us almost everyday of our stay to make sure we had all we need. Now about the staff... The most amazing people I have had the pleasure of meeting. Katut cooked the most maxing breakfast, Pia made some outstanding jams and Blue, the driver was soooo great. He even took my daughter to a cock fight! If you are looking to stay in a nice villa with a Caribbean feel, this the place to stay! And, the villa sits on a rice paddy yet no Mosquitos... At least they didn't bother me. Lol! The villa is also close to the main town, if you are up for a good walk. But there is lots to see along the road so the walk is not so bad. When I come back to Ubud, this will be where I will be staying

I stayed at Hyacinth House with my 16 year old son for a very short but sweet three days and three nights. We loved the house! Comfy inside with beautiful views outside! Pool was fabulous and refreshing after long walks through town. I particularly liked how the house was within walking distance of a great spa (Sedona Spa recommended by Henry) and also restaurants and shopping districts in Ubud. Henry was a gracious host and Ketut made wonderful breakfasts! Would definitely stay at Hyacinth House again.

We loved our stay at Hyacinth House . It was perfect for us to read and relax and enjoy the peaceful private surroundings. The little earrings close by were fabulous meaning we didn't have to go too far from our perfect base. Highly recommend this house . Barbara and Henry welcoming and ketuts breakfasts fabulous. We loved it and we will be back.

Loved this house's location! The walkways in the area are enchanting, the view is amazing, and the owners were very pleasant. We enjoyed swimming in the pool, the delicious breakfasts, and reading books on the giant patio. Thanks for having us!

We spent almost a month in Hyacinth House in April 2015. We were a party of three - a young married couple and our mother. The location of the house (Penestanan village - 15 minute walk to the center of Ubud) is very convenient and has a specific local charm that we did not find anywhere else around Ubud as we explored the area. The place is located away from the main roads, among the rice fields and narrow walking paths that make the experience of staying there very special. We did not feel inconvenienced at all - a large supermarket is within a 5 minute walk from the house, several cafes featuring local, as well as organic/ raw food options are within a short stroll, there are some convenience stores, a juice bar, and a number of massage parlors all within walking distance. The house itself is comfortable and well taken care of. Every need we had was promptly addressed by the hosts - Barbara and Henry - who are very nice and helpful people. They were always a phone call away and always gave us good suggestions about the area whenever we needed it. The wonderful lady named Ketut, who took care of our breakfasts and helped keep the place clean was the highlight of our experience. She was so wonderful and nice, it was always a bonus to see her every morning. Her cooking is great, and both Ketut and the owners - Barbara and Henry - were very accommodating with regards to our specific dietary needs/ desires. Everyone was super flexible and made sure we were comfortable at all times. We enjoyed staying at Hyacinth House and can't wait to come back to Ubud soon!

Getting to this house the first time you definitely need someone to guide you to it. From the street (Bintang market) you walk up stairs and then have about a 5 minute walk that takes you on sidewalks without rails and there is a steep drop along much of the pathway. There are not signs to direct you, hence someone to guide you the first time is required. You must have a light at night to walk along the path.
The house is nice and the pictures are representative. The breakfast was more than enough for each person and was prepared by our excellent housekeeper, Katut. She was very nice and took great pride in her work. The driver that Barbara recommended, Blue, was the best. He picked us up at the airport and guided us to the house, path and all. He spoke very good English, was a pleasant and knowledgeable guide. We hired him for a day and he took us to the 'friendly' monkey forest, giant rice fields, and more. Hire him for sure. ((website hidden))—email--(email hidden) phone-(phone number hidden).

When we booked this house we thought it had A/C. It was our mistake as it did not and we wish it did. Everywhere else we stayed had A/C.

About the Host, Barbara

My husband and I have had a love affair with Bali for many years, buying our Villa Sunrise on the beach in 2004, opening an Indonesian furniture and art gallery in Santa Fe New Mexico, organizing yoga and meditation retreats, and now having built our Villa in the ricefields of Ubud.
Villa Semua Suka and Bungalow Jepun were built in 2011 to western standards with a Balinese esthetic.
We have decorated the villa with high quality Balinese art, furniture and artifacts. Villa Sunrise, Villa Semua Suka and Bungalow Jepun are our 'homes' not 'hotels'........welcome Home!